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"Goodbye" in Spanish: adiós
adiós
Note: everyday: chao / nos vemos
Goodbye in Spanish is adiós (ah-DYOHS). Everyday exits often use chao or nos vemos instead of adiós. Save adiós for clearer farewells and travel send-offs.
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How to pronounce adiós
Say it
ah-DYOHS
/aˈðjos/
ah-DYOHS. Stress DYOH. The d is soft between vowels in adiós. Write the accent on ó.
"Goodbye" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| adiós | goodbye Clear farewell; can sound a bit final in casual chat. | Clear farewell; can sound a bit final in casual chat. |
| chao / chau | bye Very common informal goodbye across Latin America. | Very common informal goodbye across Latin America. |
| nos vemos | see you Friendly close when you expect another meeting. | Friendly close when you expect another meeting. |
| hasta luego | see you later Neutral goodbye that keeps the door open. | Neutral goodbye that keeps the door open. |
| cuídate | take care Warm add-on when saying goodbye to friends. | Warm add-on when saying goodbye to friends. |
How to use adiós in real life
- 1Leaving a party
Adiós, fue un gusto verlos.
Goodbye, it was nice to see you all.
Adiós works for a warm group exit.
- 2Ending a video call
Bueno, adiós. Hablamos mañana.
Alright, goodbye. We'll talk tomorrow.
Pairing adiós with a next plan softens it.
- 3Airport farewell
Adiós, que tengas buen viaje.
Goodbye, have a good trip.
Travel goodbyes often keep adiós.
Mistakes English speakers make with adiós
Incorrect: Adios sin acento.
Correct: Adiós.
Write the accent: adiós. Without it, stress looks wrong.
Incorrect: Adiós (every casual exit with friends)
Correct: Chao. / Nos vemos.
Among friends, chao or nos vemos often feels lighter than adiós.
Good to know
Good to knowLatin American goodbyes can stack: adiós, chao, nos vemos, cuídate. Adiós is understood everywhere, but in quick friend exits chao is often more natural. In Spain you may also hear adiós more casually than in some Latin American circles.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Leaving a coworker's birthday lunch
ChatPal
¿Ya te vas? La fiesta sigue.
Are you leaving already? The party continues.
You
Sí, tengo una reunión. ¡Adiós!
Yes, I have a meeting. Goodbye!
ChatPal
Adiós. Nos vemos el lunes.
Goodbye. See you Monday.
You
Hasta luego. Gracias por invitarme.
See you later. Thanks for inviting me.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Goodbye" in Spanish
Is adiós too formal?
Not always. Adiós is clear and polite. With close friends, chao often sounds warmer.
How do you pronounce adiós?
ah-DYOHS with stress on DYOH. Keep the accent mark on adiós.
What is the difference between adiós and chao?
Chao is casual everyday bye. Adiós can feel more final or polite.
Do Latin Americans use vosotros when saying goodbye?
No. Speak to a group with ustedes forms, as in adiós a todos.
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